Basic 10 Minute Asbestos Introduction Nov 08

This document provides information about asbestos, its properties and uses, health risks from exposure, and regulations for working with asbestos. It notes that asbestos fibers have strong and heat-resistant properties that led to its use in many building materials over the past century. However, inhaling asbestos fibers can cause serious health issues like asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer. Strict regulations now govern asbestos removal and management due to the health risks from aging asbestos-containing materials deteriorating over time.